by Alisa Nelson | Apr 19, 2024 | Education, News
Missouri is distributing books statewide through Dolly Parton’s reading program – an accomplishment that sparks an eventual visit from the country music artist. The program, called “Imagination Library,” provides children up to age 5 a monthly book free of charge....
by Alisa Nelson | Apr 18, 2024 | Education, News, Politics / Govt
The Republican-controlled Missouri Legislature has passed its second bill of the session – a controversial education package. Gathering the votes likely took some whipping. The plan passed Thursday by a vote of 82-69, with 82 being the minimum number of House votes...
by Alisa Nelson | Apr 18, 2024 | Crime / Courts, News, Politics / Govt
A wide-ranging crime package is another step closer to the finish line. The Missouri House has given initial approval to a bill that would: •Create mental health treatment courts •Toughen penalties for suspects who run from police •Increase the minimum age a minor...
by Alisa Nelson | Apr 17, 2024 | News
The U.S. Justice Department has reached a settlement with Washington University in St. Louis about claims of immigration-related discrimination. The settlement involves allegations that Wash U’s School of Medicine discriminated against a worker based on his...
by Alisa Nelson | Apr 15, 2024 | History, News, Politics / Govt
The so-called “Betsy Ross of Missouri” has joined 49 others in the Hall of Famous Missourians. Marie Watkins Oliver, of southeast Missouri’s Cape Girardeau, played a key role in designing and crafting the Missouri State Flag. During a ceremony today at the state...